Instructions: 1. In a deep, 2-quart, heat-resistant, non-metallic casserole crumble the ground beef. Add the onion, green pepper and crushed garlic.

2. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 6 minutes or until meat is browned. Stir occasionally to break up the meat.

3. Add the remaining ingredients except the Cheddar cheese.. Mix throughly to combine.

4. Heat, covered, in the Microwave Oven 7 minutes.

5. lf desired, sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the top of the meat mixture.

6. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 1 1/2 minutes or until cheese melts.

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